Congo Orange Cream Dessert is a delightful, creamy treat that combines the refreshing flavors of orange with the smooth richness of cream. Ideal for a variety of occasions, from casual summer gatherings to festive holiday celebrations, this dessert offers a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors. Its light, airy texture and vibrant orange flavor make it a crowd-pleaser.
This dessert is inspired by Congo's rich culinary tradition, which features a variety of sweet and creamy desserts. Orange Cream Dessert reflects the Congo's love for combining local ingredients with innovative techniques to create delectable treats. It exemplifies the Congolese approach to dessert-making, where simplicity meets indulgence.
Ingredients:
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- 1/4 cup cold water
Method:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, orange juice, and orange zest. Mix until well incorporated.
2. In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for a few minutes to soften.
3. Heat the gelatin mixture in the microwave for 20 seconds or until fully dissolved. Stir into the milk and orange juice mixture until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the orange mixture until fully combined.
6. Pour the mixture into a large glass dish or individual serving cups. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
7. Garnish with additional orange zest and whipped cream before serving, if desired.
Notes:
- Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a microwave, dissolve the gelatin in a small saucepan over low heat.
- The dessert can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- For a festive touch, consider adding a few drops of orange food coloring to the mixture before refrigerating.
Nutrition Value:
1. 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- Calories: Approximately 1,200 calories per can
- Carbohydrates: About 240 grams
- Protein: Around 20 grams
- Fat: Roughly 40 grams
- Sodium: Approximately 270 milligrams
- Cholesterol: About 110 milligrams
- Vitamins: Contains small amounts of vitamin A
- Minerals: Includes calcium and iron
- Nutritional Benefit: Sweetened condensed milk is a source of energy due to its high carbohydrate content. It also provides calcium, which is important for bone health.
2. 1 can evaporated milk
- Calories: Approximately 340 calories per can
- Carbohydrates: About 30 grams
- Protein: Around 17 grams
- Fat: Roughly 10 grams
- Sodium: Approximately 300 milligrams
- Cholesterol: About 35 milligrams
- Vitamins: Contains vitamin A and some vitamin D
- Minerals: Includes calcium and phosphorus
- Nutritional Benefit: Evaporated milk is a good source of protein and calcium, contributing to muscle function and bone health.
3. 1 cup orange juice
- Calories: Approximately 110 calories
- Carbohydrates: About 26 grams
- Protein: Around 2 grams
- Fat: Roughly 0.5 grams
- Sodium: Approximately 2 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Vitamins: High in vitamin C
- Minerals: Contains potassium
- Nutritional Benefit: Orange juice is rich in vitamin C, which supports immune function and skin health, and provides potassium for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels.
4. 1 tsp orange zest
- Calories: Approximately 6 calories
- Carbohydrates: About 1 gram
- Protein: Negligible
- Fat: Negligible
- Sodium: Approximately 0 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Vitamins: Contains small amounts of vitamin C
- Minerals: Includes trace amounts of calcium and potassium
- Nutritional Benefit: Orange zest adds flavor and a small amount of vitamin C and antioxidants, which can support overall health.
5. 1 cup heavy cream
- Calories: Approximately 820 calories
- Carbohydrates: About 7 grams
- Protein: Around 5 grams
- Fat: Roughly 88 grams
- Sodium: Approximately 80 milligrams
- Cholesterol: About 330 milligrams
- Vitamins: Contains vitamin A
- Minerals: Includes calcium
- Nutritional Benefit: Heavy cream provides a high amount of fat and calories for energy. It also contains calcium for bone health.
6. 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Calories: Approximately 12 calories
- Carbohydrates: About 1 gram
- Protein: Negligible
- Fat: Negligible
- Sodium: Approximately 0 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Vitamins: Contains trace amounts of vitamins
- Minerals: Includes trace amounts of minerals
- Nutritional Benefit: Vanilla extract mainly adds flavor with minimal nutritional impact.
7. 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- Calories: Approximately 23 calories per envelope
- Carbohydrates: About 0 grams
- Protein: Around 6 grams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Sodium: Approximately 0 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Vitamins: None
- Minerals: Contains trace amounts of minerals
- Nutritional Benefit: Gelatin provides protein and helps in thickening and stabilizing recipes.
8. 1/4 cup cold water
- Calories: 0 calories
- Carbohydrates: 0 grams
- Protein: 0 grams
- Fat: 0 grams
- Sodium: 0 milligrams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
- Vitamins: None
- Minerals: None
- Nutritional Benefit: Water is essential for hydration and helps in dissolving and activating gelatin in recipes.
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